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PM Poshan Cooking Cost Enhanced 2025 – Official Updated Rates for All Schools in Andhra Pradesh

The School Education Department of Andhra Pradesh has issued a major update that directly benefits students, cooks, and schools under the PM Poshan (Mid-Day Meal) Scheme.

As per Rc.No.ESE02-27022/28/2024-MDM-CSE dated 18-11-2025, the government has revised and enhanced cooking cost/material cost for:

• Primary (Classes I–V)

• Upper Primary (Classes VI–VIII)

• High School (Classes IX–X)

• Government Junior Colleges (Intermediate 1st & 2nd Year)

This update follows multiple communications from the Ministry of Education, Government of India (2024–2025) and AP State Government approvals.

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Why Was the Cooking Cost Enhanced?

To ensure better nutrition, improved menu quality, and adequate financial support for MDM implementation, the central and state governments have revised the material cost structure. Rising prices of ingredients necessitated this enhancement.

This enhancement strengthens:

• Nutritional standards

• Food quality

• Menu diversity

• Support to cooks and helpers

• MDM implementation efficiency

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LATEST PM POSHAN COOKING COST (2025 UPDATE)

Category-wise updated rates from the official proceedings:

🟦 Cooking Cost Enhancement Table (As per GO – 18 November 2025)

Category	Existing Cooking Cost	Revised Cooking Cost	Enhancement Effective From	Additional Menu Charges Withdrawn
Primary (Classes I–V)	₹5.45	₹6.19	19-02-2025	₹0.43
Upper Primary (VI–VIII)	₹8.17	₹9.29	19-02-2025	₹0.40
High School (IX–X)	₹8.17	₹9.29	08-08-2025	₹0.40
Govt Junior Colleges – Intermediate (1st & 2nd Year)	₹8.17	₹9.29	08-08-2025	₹0.40

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Key Highlights of the 2025 PM Poshan Cooking Cost Revision

✔ 1. Applicable to All Government Schools & Jr. Colleges

Including Primary, Upper Primary, High Schools & Inter Colleges covered under PM Poshan.

✔ 2. Enhancement Implemented in Two Phases

• 19 February 2025 → Primary & Upper Primary

• 08 August 2025 → High Schools & Junior Colleges

✔ 3. Withdrawal of Additional Menu Charges

Additional charges of ₹0.43/₹0.40 are withdrawn and adjusted into revised cooking cost.

✔ 4. Mandatory Instructions to DEOs, RJDSEs, and MEOs

All field-level officials must implement the revised rates immediately.

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📘 MDM REGISTERS 📄 REVISED RATES

Key Points

• PM Poshan Cooking Cost Revised 2025 – Category-wise Updated Rates

• Primary: ₹6.19 | Upper Primary: ₹9.29 | High School & Intermediate: ₹9.29

• Effective from February & August 2025

• Applicable Across Andhra Pradesh Schools

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Official Instructions Mentioned in the Order

All:

• Regional Joint Directors (RJDSE)

• District Educational Officers (DEOs)

• Mandal Educational Officers (MEOs)

…are instructed to ensure immediate implementation of the revised cooking cost.

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Why This Update Matters 

The enhanced rates directly impact:

• Budget allocation for schools

• Quality of mid-day meals

• Nutritional intake of students

• Operational efficiency of PM Poshan programme

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GENERAL DISCLAIMER (Inside a Light Box)

Disclaimer: This article is prepared for informational and educational purposes only. All cooking cost details, dates, and decisions belong to the Government of Andhra Pradesh and the Ministry of Education (GoI). Users are advised to verify information through the official PM Poshan / School Education Department notifications.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

1. What is the new PM Poshan cooking cost for Primary schools?

The cooking cost is enhanced from ₹5.45 to ₹6.19, effective from 19-02-2025.

2. Are High School students covered under the revised cost?

Yes. Classes IX & X receive ₹9.29, revised from ₹8.17, effective 08-08-2025.

3. Does this update include Intermediate students?

Yes, Government Junior Colleges (Inter 1st & 2nd year) also receive ₹9.29.

4. Are additional menu charges still applicable?

No, additional charges of ₹0.40–₹0.43 are withdrawn.

5. Is this applicable across all districts in Andhra Pradesh?

Yes, the order mandates statewide implementation.

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